MTD 13AH762F752 User Manual LAWN TRACTOR Manuals And Guides L0805395
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Safety • AssembJy • Operation • Adjustment • Maintenance A Transmatic OR'S • TroubJeshooting • Warranty MANUAL Lawn Tractor- Models 760=779 iMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND iNSTRUCTiONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning: This unitis equippedwith an internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brushcoveredor grass-coveredland unlessthe engine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor state laws (if any). If a sparkarresteris used, it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator.Inthe Stateof Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw (Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode). Otherstates mayhavesimilarlaws.Federallaws applyon federallands.A sparkarrester for the muffleris availablethroughyournearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO. Box361131Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. PRINTEDIN U.S.A. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136=0019 FORMNO.769-01598A 10/11/2005 This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor, it will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Slope Gauge ....................................................... Safe Operation Practices ................................... Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor ............................ Operating Your Lawn Tractor ........................... Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor ............................ 3 4 8 12 20 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor ........................ 22 Off-Season Storage / Attachments ................. 28 Safety Labels .................................................... 29 Trouble Shooting .............................................. 30 Warranty .............................................. Back Page Finding and Recording Model Number F BEFOREYOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information to the sample model plate providedto the right. You can locate the model plate by looking beneathe the seat. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer's web site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. Model Number Serial Number MTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OH 44136 330=220=4683 800=800=731 0 ® _ www.mtdproducts,com Customer Please do NOTreturn purchased, without Support the unit to the retailer first contacting from Customer which it was Support. If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regardingthe controls, operation, or maintenanceof this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below: 1. Visit mtdproducts.com. Click on the Service & Support menu option. 2. Phone a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310. 3. The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating,specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer'sOwner's/Operator's Manual, packed separatelywith your unit, for more information. ?dw_:_ Pebz_ Product 2 Registration O O Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree... o _---- or a corner of a building... or a fence post _-- 03 I | | I (b £1. O CZ (_ E _ o>. o 03 (b CL | o 03 (D CZ O "O O o_ '_5 -t2 03 Ob (_ CZ O (b Ob O E Cz o co ZD O >- _rlts a 15° _0 ii (D _ 15 ° ) I Jill WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components conta n or em t chem ca s known to State of Ca forn a to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductiveharm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failureto observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Children 'WARNING ' This symbol points out important safety instructionswhich, if i not followed, could endangerthe personal i i i I safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this man- i ual before attempting to i operate this machine. Failureto comply with these instructions may I result in personal injury. i When you see this _sy m blo. I HEED ITSWARNING Your Responsibility i Restrict the use of this cower machine i to persons who read, understand ' and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual Operation 1. Tragicaccidentscan occurif the operatoris not alert tothe presenceof children.Childrenare often attractedto the machineand the mowingactivity. Theydo not understandthe dangers.Neverassume that childrenwill remainwhereyou last saw them. a. Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea and in watchfulcare of a responsibleadult otherthan the operator. b. Be alert and turn machineoff if a childenters the area. Safe Handling of Gasoline: 1. Toavoid personalinjuryor propertydamage use extremecare in handlinggasoline. Gasolineis extremelyflammable and the vapors are explosive. Seriouspersonalinjurycanoccur whengasoline is spilledon yourselfor yourclotheswhichcan ignite. Washyourskin and changeclothesimmediately. a. Use onlyan approvedgasolinecontainer. b. Neverfill containersinsidea vehicleor on a truckor trailerbed with a plasticliner.Always c. Beforeand while backing,lookbehindand placecontainerson the groundawayfrom downfor smallchildren. yourvehiclebeforefilling. d. Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththe blade(s) c. When practical,removegas-powered shutoff.They mayfalloff and be seriously equipmentfromthe truck or trailerand refuelit injuredor interferewith safemachineoperation. on the ground.If this is notpossible,then e. Use extremecarewhenapproachingblind refuelsuch equipmenton a trailerwith a corners,doorways,shrubs,trees or other portablecontainer,ratherthan from a gasoline objectsthat mayblock yourvision of a child dispensernozzle. who mayrun into the machine. d. Keepthe nozzlein contactwith the rimof f. To avoid back-overaccidents, always the fueltank or containeropeningat all disengagethe cutting blade(s) before timesuntilfuelingis complete.Donot usea shifting into Reverse. If equipped,the nozzlelock-opendevice. "Reverse Caution Mode"should not be e. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars,pipesand used when children or othersare around. othersourcesof ignition. g. Keepchildrenaway from hotor running f. Neverfuel machineindoors. engines.They cansufferburnsfrom a hot g. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whilethe muffler. engineis hot or running.Allowengineto cool h. Removekeywhen machineis unattendedto at least two minutesbeforerefueling. preventunauthorizedoperation. h. Neveroverfill fuel tank.Fill tank to no more 2. Neverallowchildrenunder 14years old to operate thanY2inchbelowbottomof filler neck to the machine.Children14years old and overshould allowspacefor fuel expansion. read and understandthe operationinstructionsand i. Replacegasolinecapand tightensecurely. safetyrules in this manualand shouldbe trainedand j. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engine supervisedbya parent. and equipment.Move unitto anotherarea. Wait 5 minutesbeforestartingthe engine. k. To reducefire hazards,keepmachinefreeof grass,leaves,or other debrisbuild-up.Clean up oil or fuel spillageand removeany fuel soakeddebris. I. Neverstorethe machineor fuel container insidewherethere is an open flame,spark or pilotlightas on a water heater,space heater,furnace,clothesdryeror othergas appliances. m. Allowa machineto cool at least five minutes beforestoring. 4 GeneralOperation: 14.Watchfor traffic whenoperatingnearor crossing roadways.This machineis not intendedfor useon anypublic roadway. 15.Do notoperatethe machinewhileunderthe influenceof alcoholor drugs. 16.Mowonly in daylightor good artificiallight. 17.Nevercarry passengers. 18.Disengageblade(s)beforeshiftinginto reverse. Back up slowly.Alwayslookdownand behind before 1. Read,understand,and followall instructionson the machineand in the manual(s)beforeattemptingto assembleand operate.Keepthis manualin a safe placefor future and regularreferenceand forordering replacementparts. 2. Be familiarwith all controlsand theirproperoperation. Knowhow to stopthe machineand disengagethem quickly. 3. Neverallowchildrenunder 14yearsold to operate this machine.Children14yearsold and overshould readand understandthe operationinstructionsand safety rulesin this manualand shouldbe trainedand supervisedby a parent. 4. Neverallowadults to operatethis machinewithout properinstruction. 5. To helpavoid bladecontactor a thrownobject injury, keepbystanders,helpers,childrenand petsat least 75 feetfrom the machinewhileit is in operation.Stop machineif anyoneentersthe area. 6. Thoroughlyinspectthearea wherethe equipmentis to be used. Removeall stones,sticks, wire,bones, toys, and otherforeignobjectswhichcould be pickedup and thrown bythe blade(s).Thrownobjectscancause serious personalinjury. 7. Planyourmowingpatternto avoiddischargeof materialtowardroads,sidewalks,bystandersand the like.Also,avoiddischargingmaterialagainsta wall or obstructionwhich may causedischargedmaterialto ricochetback towardthe operator. 8. Alwayswearsafety glassesor safetygogglesduring operationand while performingan adjustmentor repairto protectyour eyes.Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan causeseriousinjuryto the eyes. 9. Wearsturdy,rough-soledworkshoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Loosefittingclothesand jewelry can be caught in movableparts.Neveroperatethis machinein barefeet or sandals. and whilebackingto avoida back-overaccident. 19.Slowdownbeforeturning.Operatethe machine smoothly.Avoiderraticoperationand excessive speed. 'r'_'----"a_'---_,,,_ pe r_ r uncloggingchute,removingany grassor debris,or makinganyadjustments. 21.Neverleavea runningmachineunattended.Always turnoff blade(s), placetransmissionin neutral,set parkingbrake,stop engineand removekey before dismounting. 22.Useextracare whenloadingor unloadingthe machineintoa traileror truck. This unitshould not be drivenup or downramp(s),becausethe unit couldtip over,causingseriouspersonalinjury.The unit mustbe pushedmanuallyon ramp(s) to load or unloadproperly. 23.Mufflerand enginebecomehotand can causea burn.Do nottouch. WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could 24.Checkoverheadclearancescarefullybeforedriving under lowhangingtreebranches,wires,door openingsetc., wheretheoperatormaybe struckor pulled from the unit,which couldresult in seriousinjury. 25.Disengageall attachmentclutches,depressthe brakepedalcompletelyand shift into neutralbefore attemptingto startengine. 26.Yourmachineis designedto cut normalresidential grassof a heightno morethan 10".Do notattemptto mowthroughunusuallytall, dry grass (e.g.,pasture) or pilesof dry leaves.Dry grass or leavesmay contactthe engineexhaustand/orbuild up on the mowerdeck presentinga potentialfire hazard. 27.Use onlyaccessoriesand attachmentsapprovedfor this machineby the machinemanufacturer.Read, understandand followall instructionsprovidedwith the approvedaccessoryor attachment. 28.Dataindicatesthat operators,age 60 yearsand above,are involvedin a largepercentageof riding mower-relatedinjuries.Theseoperatorsshould evaluatetheirability to operatetheriding mower safelyenoughto protectthemselvesand others from seriousinjury. 29.If situationsoccur whichare not coveredin this manual,usecareand good judgment.Contactyour customerservicerepresentativefor assistance, 10.Be awareof the mowerand attachmentdischarge directionand do notpoint it at anyone.Do notoperate the mowerwithoutthe dischargecoveror entiregrass catcherin its properplace. 11.Do notput handsor feet near rotatingpartsor under the cuttingdeck.Contactwith the blade(s)can amputatehandsand feet. 12.Amissingor damageddischargecovercan cause bladecontactor thrownobject injuries. 13.Stoptheblade(s)whencrossinggraveldrives,walks, or roadsand whilenot cuttinggrass. r_ actices P 20.Disengageblade(s),set parkingbrake,stop engine andwait until theblade(s) cometoacomplete stop beforeremovinggrasscatcher,emptyinggrass, | o endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failureto comply with these instructions may 'esult in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING Your Responsibil ity Restrictthe use of this power machine to persons who read. understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual \ 5 S ope Operat on DoNor Slopesare a majorfactorrelatedto loss of controland tip-overaccidentswhich can resultin severeinjury or death.All slopesrequireextracaution.If you cannot back up the slopeor if youfeel uneasyon it, do notmow it. 1. Do notturn on slopes unlessnecessary;then,turn slowlyand graduallydownhill,if possible. 2. Do not mownear drop-offs,ditchesor embankments. The mowercouldsuddenlyturnoverif a wheel is over the edgeof a cliff, ditch,or if an edge cavesin. 3. Do nottry to stabilizethe machineby puttingyourfoot on the ground. 4. Do not usea grasscatcheron steep slopes. 5. Do not mowon wet grass.Reducedtractioncould causesliding. 6. Do notshift to neutraland coastdownhill.Over-speeding may causethe operatorto lose controlof the machineresultingin seriousinjuryor death. 7. Do nottow heavypull behindattachments(e.g.loaded dumpcart, lawnroller,etc.)on slopesgreaterthan 5 degrees.Whengoingdown hill,the extra weight tendsto pushthetractorand maycauseyou to loose control.(e.g. tractormayspeedup, brakingand steering ability are reduced,attachmentmayjack-knifeand causetractorto overturn). Foryour safety,usethe slopegauge includedas partof this manualto measureslopesbeforeoperatingthis unit on a slopedor hillyarea.If the slopeis greaterthan 15 degreesas shownon the slopegauge,do notoperate this unit on that area or serious injurycouldresult. Do: 1. Mow up and downslopes,notacross.Exercise extremecautionwhenchangingdirectionon slopes. 2. Watchfor holes, ruts,bumps,rocks,or other hidden objects.Uneventerraincouldoverturnthe machine. Tallgrasscan hide obstacles. 3. Use slow speed.Choosea low enoughspeed settingso that youwill not haveto stop or shift while on the slope.Tires may losetractionon slopeseven thoughthe brakesare functioningproperly.Always keepmachinein gear whengoingdownslopes to take advantageof engine brakingaction. 4. Followthe manufacturer'srecommendationsfor wheelweightsor counterweightsto improvestability. 5. Use extra carewith grasscatchersor otherattachments.These canchangethe stabilityof the machine. 6. Keepall movementon theslopes slow and gradual. Do not makesuddenchangesin speedor direction. Rapidengagementor brakingcouldcausethe front of the machineto lift and rapidlyflip overbackwards whichcouldcause seriousinjury. 7. Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope.If tires lose traction,disengagethe blade(s)and proceedslowly straightdownthe slope. out mportant safety instruct!onswhich, !f not followed, could endanger the personal safety and!or property I of yourself and others, Read and follow all _nstruct!ons_nth_sman- Towing: 1. Towonlywith a machinethat hasa hitchdesignedfor towing.Do not attachtowedequipmentexceptat the hitch point. 2. Followthe manufacturersrecommendationfor weight limitsfor towedequipmentand towingon slopes. 3. Neverallowchildrenor othersin or on towedequipment. 4. On slopes,theweight of thetowed equipmentmay causeloss of tractionand loss of control. 5. Travelslowlyand allowextra distanceto stop. 6. Do notshift to neutraland coastdownhill. ual before attempting to operate this machine Fa ure to compy wth these instructions may result in persona injury. l When you see this symbol l i l l ! HEED ITS WARNING l l Your Responslbdaty Restnct the use of this powermachine to persons wno reae, andfollow thewarn,ngs in instructions this manual 6 Service 10.Neverattemptto makeadjustmentsor repairsto the machinewhile theengine is running. 1. Neverrun an engineindoorsor in a poorlyventilated 11.Grasscatchercomponentsand the discharge area. Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an coverare subjectto wearand damagewhichcould odorless,and deadlygas. exposemovingparts or allowobjectsto be thrown. 2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertain Forsafety protection,frequentlycheckcomponents the blade(s)and all movingparts havestopped. and replaceimmediatelywith originalequipment Disconnectthe sparkplug wireand groundagainstthe manufacturer's(O.E.M.)parts only,listed in this engineto preventunintendedstarting. manual."Useof partswhich do notmeet theoriginal 3. Periodicallycheckto make surethe bladescome to equipmentspecificationsmay lead to improper completestop withinapproximately(5) five seconds performanceand compromisesafety!" after operatingthe bladedisengagementcontrol.If the 12.Do notchangethe enginegovernorsettingsor bladesdo notstop within thethis time frame,your unit over-speedthe engine.The governorcontrolsthe shouldbe servicedprofessionallyby an authorized maximumsafe operatingspeedof theengine. MTDServiceDealer. 13.Maintainor replacesafety and instructionlabels,as 4. Checkbrakeoperationfrequentlyas it is subjectedto necessary. wearduring normaloperation.Adjustand serviceas 14.Observeproperdisposallawsand regulationsfor required. gas, oil,etc. to protecttheenvironment. 5. Checkthe blade(s)and enginemountingbolts at frequentintervalsfor propertightness.Also,visually inspectblade(s)for damage(e.g.,excessivewear, bent,cracked). Replacethe blade(s)with theoriginal equipmentmanufacturer's(O.E.M.)blade(s)only, listedin this manual."Useof parts which do not meet the originalequipmentspecificationsmaylead to improperperformanceand compromisesafety!" 6. Mowerbladesare sharp.Wrapthe bladeor wear gloves,and useextra cautionwhenservicingthem. 7. Keepall nuts,bolts,and screwstight tobe surethe equipmentis in safe workingcondition. 8. Nevertamperwith the safety interlocksystemor other safety devices.Checktheir properoperationregularly. 9. After strikinga foreignobject,stop the engine, disconnectthe spark plug wire(s)and groundagainst the engine.Thoroughlyinspectthe machinefor any damage.Repairthe damagebeforestartingand operating. This symbol points out important safety instructions which• if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others, Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failureto comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING Your Responsibility Restrictthe use of this power machine to persons who read unaerstand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual \ 7 f" ( f _"'_ "_ --r J _ r-q"-_ k,. _ j ''" "" i Rnnt i |uu_/ LJUUk i I _/ / _ _uhh_r ._ _ _ "-, NOTE Ths OperatorsManua coversa rangeof product ...... j specifications for various models. Characteristics and fea- i I turesdlscussedand/orlllustratedln ths manualmay not be applicableto all models.MTDLLC reservesthe right to changeproduct specifications,designsand equipment ....... w,thoutnot,ceand w,thout,ncurr,ng obl,gat,on. i i Attaching Your Law Tractor the Battery Cables NOTE:Somemodelsare shippedwith the batterycables a readyconnected NOTE:The positivebatteryterminalis markedPos. (+). The negativebatteryterminalis markedNeg. (-). WARNING Figure 1 i Use extreme care when handl!ng gasoline. Gasoline is l • Thepositivecable(heavyred wire) is securedto the positivebatteryterminal(+)with a hexbolt and hex nut at thefactory.Makecertainthat the rubberboot coversthe terminalto help protectit from corrosion. • Removethehex bolt and hexnut from the negative cable. • Removetheblack plasticcover,if present,from the negativebatteryterminaland attachthe negative cable(heavyblack wire)to the negativebattery terminal(-) with the bolt and nut. • Makecertain thehold-downstrap is in positionover the battery,securingit in place.See Figure1. extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive: Never fuel machine indoors , , or while the engine is hot or running, Extinguish cigarettes, cigars pipes and other sources Of NOTE:If the batteryis putinto serviceafterthe date shownon top of battery,chargethe batteryas instructed on page24 of this manualpriorto operatingthe tractor. Gas and Oil Fill-up The gasolinetankislocatedunderthehood and hasa capacityof 1-1/2gallons. Do notoverfill. WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the NOTE: This Qperators Manual Coversa range of product specifications for var ous mode s engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. Characteristics " an d featuresdiscussed _ and/or ustrated n i this manual maTnot be Servicethe enginewith gasolineand oil as instructedin the separateEngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwith yourtractor.Readinstructionscarefully. applicable to al! models, MTD LLC reservesthe right to change product specifications designs and equipment without IMPORTANT:Yourtractoris shippedwith motoroil in the engine.However,you MUSTcheckthe oil levelbefore operating.Be careful notto overfill. notice and w_thoutrecur8 Shipping Brace Removal WARNING: Make sure the riding mower's engine is off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking brake before removingthe shipping brace. = Locatethe shippingbrace,if present,and accompanying warningtagfoundon the rightside of the mower, betweenthe dischargechuteand the cuttingdeck. See Figure2. li ,, While holdingthe dischargechutewith yourleft hand, removetheshippingbracewith yourright handby graspingit betweenyourthumb and indexfingerand rotatingit clockwise. Figure 2 WARNING: The shipping brace, used for packaging purposes only, must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower. WARNING Make sure the riding mower's engine is off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace. WARNING: The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and/or property damage. The shipping brace, used for packaging purposes only, must be removed and discarded before operating your riding Attaching The Steering Wheel If the steeringwheelfor yourtractordid notcome attached,the hardwarefor attachingit hasbeen packed within the steeringwheel, beneaththe steeringwheel cap. Carefullypry off thesteeringwheelcapand remove the hardware. Figure 3 mower, The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury andlor property 'damage. NOTE:Thereare two differentstylesof steeringwheel cap. See Figure3. Styles vary by model, 1. With the wheelsof the tractor pointing straight forward, placethe steeringwheeloverthe steering shaft. 2. Placethe washer(with thecuppedside down)over the steeringshaftand securewith the hex bolt. See Figure3. 3. Placethe steeringwheelcap overthe centerof the steeringwheeland pushdownwarduntilit "clicks"into place. 9 f _, Attaching The Seat Seatstyles vary bytractormodeland thereare three --_ _ ,---_-h _ differentstyles available. • StandardAdjustment QuickAdjustment& __d_'l'tlllntll E ||1_ ,' KnobAdjustment "" If theseat for yourtractordid notcome attached,referto Figure4, Figure5, and Figure6 to identifyyourtractor's seat styleand followthe applicableinstructionsbelowto attachit. Your Lawn Tractor NOTE:Forshippingreasons,seatsare eitherfastened to the tractorseat'spivot bracketwith a plastictie, or mountedbackwardto the pivotbracket.In eithercase, freethe seat form its shippingpositionand removethe two hex screws(or knobs,on modelsso equipped)from the bottomof seat beforeproceedingwith applicable instructionsbelow. J Figure 4 WARNING Standard Adjustment Seat 1. Positionthe shoulderscrews (foundon the baseof the seat) insidethe slot openingsin the seat pivotbracket. Figure4. Before operating this machine, make sure 2. Slide theseat slightlyrearwardin the seat pivot bracket,lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remainingtwo holesin the seat'sbase. theseat s engaged n the seat stop stand behind the machine 3. Selectdesiredpositionforthe seat,and securewith the two hexscrewsremovedearlier.SeeFigure4. and pu back on seat until fully engaged into Stopl Quick Adjustment Seat NOTE:If yourseat wasshippedmountedbackwardson the seatpivot bracket,pull outthe tab foundon the seat stop and hold it open whileslidingthe seat off the seat pivotbracket.See Figure5. / 1. Line up the plasticseatspacerswith the slotsin seat pivotbracket. Figure 5 i NOTE Forsh pp ng reasons, seats are e_ther fastened to the tractor seat s p vot bracket w th 2. Slide seat in until frontseat spacerengagesthe seat stop.See Figure5. a plastic tMe,or mounted backward tothe pwot machine, make sureoperating the seat this is ARNING: Before engaged in the seat stop, stand behind the machine and pull back _IL bracket.In either case, free the seat form ts shipping position and removethe two hex screws (or knobs, on models so equipped) from the bottom of seat before proceed!ngw!th annlicable instructions FF ' on seat until fully engaged into stop. Knob Adjustment 1. Positionthe shoulderscrews (foundon the baseof the seat) insidethe slot openingsin the seat pivotbracket. Figure6 ............... . ........... ..... ........ _.. _ Figure 6 _ Seat 2. Slide theseat slightlyrearwardin the seat pivot .... bracket lining up the rear slots in the pivotbracket .... , w th the reman ng two hoes n the seats base 3. Selectdesiredpositionforthe seat,and securewith the two knobs removedearlier.See Figure6. 10 Identifying the Mulch Plug (if so • equipped) , , On tractormodelsso equ=ppeda mulch plugcan e=ther be foundwithinthe cuttingdeck'sdischargeopeningor packed separately with your unit. f _ | / , \\ \ _ / ..... ,.... ' X / ......',, / . \_ _, "X Z } | L_J I / _, ! ........ NOTE:Refer to Mulchingon page 19for moredetailed information. Ii If you'dpreferto operatethe cuttingdeck withoutmulching, simplyremovethe mulch plugby unthreadingthe plasticwing nutwhich fastensit to the cuttingdeck.This will allowthe clippingsto dischargeout of the discharge openingduringoperation.See Figure7. Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor Tire Pressure Figure 7 _ WARNING sure under any circumstancesis ARNING: Maximum tire pres30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 The tires on your unitmay be over-inflatedfor shipping purposes.Reducethe tirepressurebeforeoperating the tractor.Recommendedoperatingtire pressureis approximately10 p.s.ifor the rear tires & 14p.s.i,for the front tires.Checksidewallof tirefor maximump.s.i. psi," Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. li \ 11 \ \ NOTE:Anyreference inthismanualtothe RIGHTor LEFTsideof thetractorisobserved fromoperator's position. \\\\ \ NOTE:Steeringwheelnot shownforclarity,/ Figure 8 1 If so equipped A SpeedControlLever/ParkingBrake E ThrottleControlLever B Clutch-BrakePedal F IgnitionSwitchModule C ShiftLever G DeckLift Lever D ChokeControl1" H PTO(Blade Engage)Lever NOTE:Anyreferencein this manualto the RIGHTor LEFTside of the tractoris observedfrom operator'sposition. 12 Throttle Control Lever f Thethrottlecontrolleveris locatedon the rightside of the tractors dash panel.This levercontrolsthe speed of the engineand,on somemodels,when pushedall the wayforward,the chokecontrol also.Whenset in a givenposition,the throttlewill maintaina uniformengine speed.See Figure9. "_ FAST _ IMPORTANT:Whenoperatingthetractorwith the cutting deck engaged,be certainthat the throttleleveris always in the FAST(rabbit)position. ==_== Choke Control On some models,movingthe throttleleverall the wayforward activatestheengine'schoke control.On all othermodels,the chokecontrolcan be foundon the left side of thedash panel and is activatedby pullingthe knoboutward.Activatingthe chokecontrolclosesthe choke SLOW =_ SLOW _. J lk Figure 9 F A -,,, Off On/Lights WARNING plateon the carburetorand aids in startingthe engine. Referto Starting The Engine on page 16of this manual for detailedstartinginstructions. Never leave a running ignition machine unattended. Switch Aways dsengage Theignitionswitchis activatedto startthe engine.Insert key intothe ignitionswitchand turnclockwisetothe STARTposition.Releasethe key intothe ON position onceengine hasfired. See FigureIOA. PTO, move sh'ft ever intoneutral position; Start ignition Switch Module (if Equipped) Tostartthe engine,insertthe keyintothe ignitionswitch and turnclockwiseto theSTARTposition.Releasethe key intothe NORMALMOWINGMODEpositiononce the enginehasfired. Tostop the engine,turnthe ignitionkey counterclockwise to the OFF position.See Figure10B. }et parking brake, stop ;ngine and remove key to prevent unintended © )sition Start Position WARNING: Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. IMPORTANT:Prior to operatingthe tractor,referto both Safety Interlock Switches on page 14and Starting The Engine on page16 of this manualfordetailed instructionsregardingthe IgnitionSwitchModuleand operatingthetractorin REVERSECAUTIONMODE. Normal Mode iMPORTANT Prior to operating the Figure 10 tractorl refer to both Safety Interlock ,0ion Deck Lift Lever , Starting The Foundon yourtractors rightfender,the deck lift leveris usedto changethe heightof thecuttingdeck.To use, Engine on page 16 . of this manual for movethe leverto the left, thenplace in the notch best suitedfor yourapplication, detailed instructions regarding the Ignition 13 Speed Control Lever Thespeedcontrol lever,locatedon the left side of the tractor'sdashconsole, allowsyouto regulatethegroundspeed of the lawntractor.To use,depressthe clutch-brakepedaland movethe leverou of the parkingbrakenotchand forward to increasethe tractor'sgroundspeed. Whena desiredspeedhas beenreached releasethe leverintoan appropriate notchto maintainthat speed. Toslow the tractor'sgroundspeed, depressthe clutch-brakepedal and mow the speedcontrol leverrearwardand releaseit intoa notch. FORWARD erating RUETEAL REVERSE Figure 11 NOTE: The parking brake must be Setif the operator leaVeSthe seat with the engine rum ning orthe enginevvil! automatically shut off, NOTE: The PTO(Blade Engage) lever must in the disengaged (PT( OFF) positionwhen IMPORTANT Never force the shift !ever, Doing SOmay result in serious damage to the tractor's transmission. _ ii i _iI i Parking Brake Toset the parkingbrake,fully depressthe clutch-brake pedal.Movethe speedcontrol leverall the way down and intothe parkingbrakeposition.Releasethe clutchbrakepedalto allowthe parkingbraketo engage. Toreleasethe parkingbrake,depressthe clutch-brake pedaland movethe speedcontrol leverout of the notchesto the desiredposition.Releasethe speed controlleverand the clutch-brakepedal. NOTE:The parkingbrakemustbe set if theoperator leavestheseat with the enginerunningor theengine willautomaticallyshut off. Clutch=Brake NOTE:Lawntractorsvary by modeland are availablewith eithera 6- or 7-speed controllever. PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Foundon thetractor'sright fender,the PTO(bladeengage)leveris usedto engagepowerto the cuttingdeck or other(separatelyavailable)attachments. Tooperate,movethe leverall the way forward.Movingthe leverall the way rearwardintothe PTOOFF position disengagespowerto the cuttingdeck/ attachment. NOTE:The PTO(blade engage)lever mustbe in the disengaged(PTOOFF) positionwhenstartingthe engine. 'tl f o p _3 r_ i' _5 0 Pedal Theclutch-brakepedal is locatedon the left side of the lawntractor,along the runningboard.Depressthe clutch-brakepedal part waydownwhenslowingthe tractorby changingspeeds (Referto SpeedControl Lever).Depressthe pedalall theway downto engage thedisc brakeand bringthe tractorto a completestop. NOTE:The pedal mustbe depressedto startthe engine.Referto SafetyInterlockSwitcheson page 14. Shift Lever Theshift leveris locatedon the left sideof thefender and hasthree positions,FORWARD,NEUTRALand REVERSE.The brakepedal mustbe depressedand thetractor mustnotbe in motionwhenthe movingshift lever.See Figure11. IMPORTANT:Neverforce theshift lever.Doingso may result in seriousdamageto the tractor'stransmission. Safety Interlock Switches This tractoris equippedwith a safety interlocksystem for theprotectionof the operator.If the interlocksystem shouldevermalfunction,do not operatethe tractor. Contactan authorizedMTDservicedealer. • Thesafety interlocksystempreventstheengine from crankingor startingunlessthe parkingbrakeis engaged,and the PTO(BladeEngage)leveris in the disengaged(OFF)position. • Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if theoperator leavestheseat beforeengagingthe parkingbrake. • Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if theoperator leavesthetractor'sseat with the PTO(Blade Engage) leverin the engaged(ON) position,regardlessof whetherthe parkingbrakeis engaged. • Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if theoperator engagesthe PTOwith the parkingbrakeON. 14 (Blade Engage)leveris movedintothe engaged(ON) positionwith the shift leverin Reverse. Models with Reverse Caution Mode , With the ignitionkeyin the NORMALMOWING position,the enginewill automaticallyshut off if the PTO(Blade Engage)leveris movedintothe engaged (ON) positionwith the shift leverin Reverse. Caution Mode Light Reverse Stop Position Caution Mode Position © WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection. Reverse Reverse Push Button Indicator Start Position Your Lawn Figure 12 (if Equipped) WARNING: Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area. 4. Onceactivated(indicatorlightON), the tractorcan be drivenin reversewith thecutting blades(PTO) engaged. 5. Alwayslookdownand behindbeforeand while backingto makesure no childrenare around. 6. After resumingforwardmotion,returnthe key to the NORMALMOWINGposition. IMPORTANT:The REVERSECAUTIONMODEwill remainactivateduntil: a. The key is placedin eitherthe NORMALMOWING positionor STOPposition. b. The operatorengagesthe parkingbrakeby fully depressingthe clutch-brakepedaland holdingit downwhile movingthe speedcontrolleverintothe PARKBRAKEposition. TheREVERSECAUTIONMODEpositionof the key switchmoduleallowsthetractorto be operatedin reversewith the blades(PTO)engaged. IMPORTANT:Mowingin reverseis notrecommended. IMPORTANT:TheoperatorMUSTbe seated in the tractorseat. Engaging the Parking Brake Toengagethe parkingbrake: 1. Fully depressthe clutch-brakepedaland hold it down with yourfoot. 1. Start the engineas instructedon page 16under Starting The Engine. 2. Move thespeedcontrolleverall the waydownand into the parkingbrakeposition. 2. Turnthe key from the NORMALMOWING(Green) positionto the REVERSECAUTIONMODE(Yellow) positionof the keyswitch module. See Figure12. 3. Releasetheclutch-brakepedal to allowthe parking braketo engage. Touse the REVERSECAUTIONMODE: 3. Depressthe REVERSEPUSHBUTTON(Orange, TriangularButton)at the top, rightcornerof the key switchmodule.The red indicatorlightat thetop, left cornerof the keyswitch modulewill be ON while activated.See Figure12. To releasethe parkingbrake: 1. Depressthe clutch-brakepedaland movethe speed control leverout of the parkingbrakepositionand into a desiredspeed. 15 WARNING i Do not operate the l Itractor if the interlock isystem is malfunctionI rig. Th s system was idesigned for your safety and protection. Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do not operate the tractor Whenchildren or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area. Setting the Cutting Height 1. Selectthe heightpositionof the cuttingdeckby placingthe deck lift leverin any of the six different cuttingheightnotcheson the rightside of the fender. I:ing AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 2. Adjustthe deck wheels,if equipped,so that they are between1A-inch and Y2-inchabovethe groundwhen the tractoris on a smooth,flat surfacesuch as a driveway. GO UPAND DOWN SLOPES,NOT ACROSS. AVOIDSUDDENTURNS. DO NOT OPERATETHE UNITWHERE IT COULDSLIP ORTIE IF MACHINE STOPSGOINGUPHILL,STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILLSLOWLY. otor _ DO NOT MOWWHEN CHILDRENOR OTHERS AREAROUND. away from the discharge openARNING: Keep hands and feet ing of the cutting deck. NEVER CARRYCHILDREN,EVENWITH BLADES OFE LOOK DOWNAND BEHINDBEFOREAND WHILE BACKING. NOTE:On modelsso equipped,the deckwheelsare an anti-scalpfeatureof thedeck and are notdesignedto supportthe weightof the cuttingdeck. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES(GUARDS,SHIELDS,AND SWlTCHE_ IN PLACEAND WORKING. REMOVEOBJECTSTHAT COULDBE THROWNBYTHE Referto Levelingthe Deckon page20 of this manual for moredetailedinstructionsregardingvariousdeck adjustments. WARNING BLADE(S). KNOW LOCATIONAND FUNCTIONOF ALL CONTROLS. BE SUREBLADE(S) AND ENGINEARESTOPPEDBEFORE Starting PLACINGHANDSORFEET NEAR BLADE(S). the Engine BEFORE LEAVINGOPERATOR'SPOSITION,DISENGAGE Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck. Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection. WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection. BLADE(S), PLACETHE SHIFT LEVERIN NEUTRAL,ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINEOFF AND REMOVEKEY. READ OPERATOR'S Stopping NOTE:Referto the TRACTORSET-UPon page8 of this manualfor Gasolineand Oil fill-upinstructions. _ 1. Insertthe tractorkeyinto the ignitionswitch. 2. Placethe PTO(BladeEngage)leverin the disengaged(OFF) position. 3. Engagethetractor'sparkingbrake. MANUAL the Engine object, stop the engine, disconARNING: if you strike a foreign nect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating 4. Activatethe chokecontrol. If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.Thoroughly inspectthe machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating. 5. Turnthe ignitionkeyclockwiseto the STARTposition. Afterthe enginestarts, releasethe key.It will returnto theON position. 1. If the bladesare engaged,placethe PTO(Blade Engage)leverin the disengaged(OFF) position. 2. Turnthe ignitionkey counterclockwiseto the STOP position. iMPORTANT:Do NOT holdthe key in the START positionfor longerthanten secondsat a time. Doingso maycause damageto yourengine'selectricstarter. 3. Removethe key fromthe ignitionswitchto prevent unintendedstarting. 6. After theenginestarts, deactivatethechoke control and placethe throttlecontrolin theFASTposition. NOTE:Do NOTleavethe chokecontrolon while operating the tractor.Doingso will result in a "rich" fuelmixture and causethe engineto run poorly. 16 NOTE:Whenoperatingthe unit initially,therewill be little differencebetweenthe highesttwo speedsuntilafter the belts haveseatedthemselvesinto the pulleysduring the break-inperiod. Driving The Tractor _ ex-cessive and sudden ARNING: speed Avoid sudden starts, stops. WARNING: Do not leave the seat _ of the tractor without first placing the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key off and remove the key. operator's position for any ARNING: Before leaving the reason, disengage the blades, place the shift lever in neutral, engage the parking brake, shut engine off and remove the key. I_ I _ i i i _' Operatinq Your Lawn l / IMPORTANT:Whenstoppingthe tractorforany reason whileon a grasssurface,always: 1. Placethe shift leverin neutral, 2. Engagethe parkingbrake, 3. Shutengineoff and removethe key. 1. Depressthe brakepedalto releasethe parkingbrake and let the pedal up. Doingso will minimizethe possibilityof havingyourlawn "browned"by hot exhaustfromyourtractor'srunning engine. If unit stalls with speedcontrolin high speed,or if unit will notoperatewith speedcontrol leverin a lowspeed position,proceedas follows: 1. Placeshift leverin NEUTRAL. 2. Movethe throttleleverintothe FAST(rabbit)position. 2. Restartengine. 3. Placetheshift leverin eitherthe FORWARDor 3. Placespeedcontrol leverin highestspeedposition. Always look down and behind before and while backing up to avoid a back-over accident. REVERSEposition. WARNING iAvoJdsudden starts, i ex-cesslve speed and I sudden stops. 4. Releaseclutch-brakepedalfully. 5. Depressclutch-brakepedal. IMPORTANT:Do NOT usethe shift leverto changethe directionof travelwhenthe tractoris in motion.Always usethe brakepedalto bringthe tractorto a complete stop beforeshifting. 6. Placespeedcontrol leverin desiredposition. 7. Placeshift leverin eitherFORWARDor REVERSE, and follow normaloperatingprocedures. 4. Releasethe parkingbrakebydepressingthe clutchbrakepedaland positioningthe speedcontrolleverin desiredposition. IMPORTANT:First-timeoperatorsshouldusespeed positions1 or 2. Becomecompletelyfamiliarwith the tractor'soperationand controlsbeforeoperatingthe tractorin higherspeed positions. 5. Releaseclutch-brakepedalslowlyto put unitinto motion. 6. The lawntractor isbroughtto a stop bydepressing the clutch-brakepedal. Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placingthe PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position, depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake, if leaving the tractor unattended, also turn the ignition key off and remove the key. Always look down and behind before and while backi ng up to avoid a back-over accident. 17 Driving On Slopes Referto the SLOPEGAUGEon page3 to helpdetermineslopeswhereyou mayoperatethe tractorsafely. _. __ inclines with a slope in excess WARNING: Do not mow on of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. Using Mowing contact or aTo thrown objectblade injury, ARNING: help avoid keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. _ __ Mow up and downslopes,NEVERacross. Exerciseextremecautionwhenchangingdirection on slopes. • Watchfor holes, ruts,bumps,rocks, or otherhidden objects.Uneventerraincouldoverturnthe machine. Tall grasscan hide obstacles. WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. 1"ohelp avoid blade :ontact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, :hildren and pets at east75 feet from the _achine while it is in )peration. Stop ma:hine if anyone enters :he area. • Avoidturns whendrivingon a slope. If a turn must be made,turn downthe slope.Turningup a slope greatlyincreasesthechanceof a roll over. ,, Avoidstoppingwhendrivingup a slope. If it is necessaryto stop whiledrivingup a slope, start up smoothlyand carefullyto reducethe possibilityof flippingthetractoroverbackward. Engaging the Blades Engagingthe PTO(Blade Engage)transferspowerto thecutting deckor other(separatelyavailable)attachments.To engagethe blades,proceedas follows: 1. Movethe throttlecontrolleverto the FAST(rabbit) position. 2. Graspthe PTO(BladeEngage)leverand pivotit all the wayforwardinto theengaged(ON) position. Thefollowinginformationwill be helpfulwhenusingthe cuttingdeckwith yourtractor: l_. -- Theenginewill automaticallyshut off if the PTOis engagedwith the shift leverin positionfor reversetravel with the ignitionkey in the NORMALMOWINGposition. Models without ReverseCaution Mode: The PTO(BladeEngage)levermustbe in the disengaged(OFF)position whenstartingthe engine,when travelingin reverse,and if the operatorleavesthe seat. Referto SafetyInterlockSwitcheson page 14. pattern to avoid of ARNING: Plandischarge your mowing materials toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator. ,, Do not mowat high groundspeed,especiallyif a mulchkit or grasscollectoris installed. ,, Forbest resultsit is recommendedthat the firsttwo lapsbe cut with the dischargethrowntowardsthe center.After thefirst two laps, reversethe directionto throwthe dischargeto the outsidefor the balanceof cutting.This will givea betterappearanceto the lawn. 3. Keepthe throttleleverin the FAST(rabbit)position for the mostefficientuseof the cuttingdeck or other (separatelyavailable)attachments IMPORTANT:Modelswith ReverseCaution Mode: the Deck Lift Lever Toraisethe cuttingdeck, movethe deck lift leverto the left, thenplace it in the notch bestsuited for yourapplication. Referto SettingThe CuttingHeightearlierin this section. ,, Do notcut thegrass too short.Shortgrass invites weedgrowthand yellowsquicklyin dryweather. ,, Mowingshouldalwaysbe done with theengineat full throttle. ,, Underheavierconditionsit may be necessarytogo backover thecut areaa secondtime to get a clean cut. 18 ,, Do NOTattemptto mow heavybrushand weedsand extremelytall grass.Yourtractoris designedto mow lawns,NOTclearbrush. ,, Keepthe bladessharpand replacethe bladeswhen worn.Refer toCutting Blades on page25 of this manualfor properblade sharpeninginstructions. Mulching (If Equipped) Selectmodelscome equippedwith a mulch kit which incorporatesspecialblades,alreadystandardon the tractor,in a processof recirculatinggrass clippings repeatedlybeneaththecutting deck.The ultra-fine clippingsare thenforced backinto thelawnwherethey act as a naturalfertilizer. Observethe followingpointsfor the best resultswhen mulching: ,, Neverattemptto mulchif the lawnis damp.Wet grass tendsto stick to the undersideof the cuttingdeck preventingpropermulchingof the clippings. Figure 13 ,, Do NOTattemptto mulch morethan 1/3the total heightof thegrass or approximately1-1/2inches. Doingso will causethe clippingsto clump up beneath the deck and notbe mulchedeffectively. ,, Maintaina slow groundspeedto allowthe grass clippingsmoretime to effectivelybe mulched. i Plan your mowing pat_tern to avoid discharge i of materials toward i roads, sidewalks, byI standers and the like. ,, Alwayspositionthe throttlecontrol leverin the FAST (rabbit)positionand allowit to remaintherewhile mowing.Failingto keepthe engineat full throttle placesstrain on the tractor'sengineand does not allowthe bladesto properlymulchgrass. 'Also, avoid discharging NOTE:It is not necessaryto removethe dischargechute to operatethe mowerwith the mulchkit installed. Tooperatethe cuttingdeck withoutmulching,simply removethe mulchplug by unthreadingthe plasticwing nut whichfastensit to thecuttingdeck.This will allowthe clippingsto dischargeout the side.See Figure13. Headlights ,, On some models,the lampsare ON wheneverthe tractor'sengine is running.On other models,the lampsare ON wheneverthe ignitionkeyis movedout of the STOPposition. ,, On all models,the lampsturn OFFwhenthe ignition key is movedto the STOPposition. 19 material against a wall or obstructionwhich may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator. 1. With thetractorparkedon a firm,levelsurface,place the deck lift leverin the top notch(highestposition) and rotatethe blade nearestthe dischargechute so that it is parallelwith the tractor. l R 2. Measurethe distancefrom the front of theblade tip to the groundand the rearof the bladetip to the ground. Thefirst measurementtaken shouldbe between 1/4" and3/8" less thanthe second measurement. Determinethe approximatedistancenecessaryfor properadjustmentand proceed,if necessary,to the next step. E Adjust=ha Your Lawn Tractor 3. Locatethejam nutand lock nut on the front sideof the stabilizerbracket.See Figure14.After looseningthe jam nut: i Tighten the lock nutto raisethe frontof the deck; Loosenthe lock nut to lowerthe frontof the deck. 4. Retightenthe jam nut loosenedearlier whenproper adjustmentis achieved. Figure 14 , WARNING I Side to Side If thecutting deckappearsto be mowingunevenly,a side to sideadjustmentcan be performed.Adjustif necessary as follows: i Never attempt to i .... i make any aajusimerits while the engine is running, 1. With thetractorparkedon a firm,levelsurface,place the deck lift leverin the top notch(highestposition) and rotateboth bladesso that they are perpendicular with the tractor. i i except where spec=f ed n the operator s i manual. 2. Measurethe distancefrom the outsideof the left blade tip to the groundand the distancefrom theoutsideof the rightblade tipto the ground.Bothmeasurements takenshouldbe equal.If they'renot, proceedto the next step. i Never attempt to !adjust the brakes _while the engine i is running. Always idisengage PTO, move ishift lever into neutral i position, stop engine land remove key to i preventunintended starting. 3. Loosen,butdo NOTremove,the hexcap screwon the left deck hangerbracket.See Figure15. 4. Balancethe deck by usinga wrenchto turnthe adjustmentgear (foundimmediatelybehindthe hex capscrewjust loosened)clockwise/upor counterclockwise/down.Thedeck is properlybalancedwhen both bladetip measurementstakenearlierare equal. Figure 15 5. Retightenthe hex capscrewon the left deck hanger _ -- make any adjustments while ARNING: Never attempt to bracketwhenproperadjustmentis achieved. the engine is running, except where specified in the operator's Parking Brake Adjustment manual. Leveling the Deck ,_ NOTE:Checkthe tractor'stire pressurebeforeperforming any deck levelingadjustments.Referto Tires on page24 for informationregardingtire pressure. Front To Rear The front of the cuttingdeck is supportedbya stabilizer bar that can adjustedto levelthe deck from front to rear. The front of the deck shouldbe between1/4-inchand 3/8-inch lowerthanthe rear of thedeck. Adjustif necessaryas follows: 20 just the brakes while the engine WARNING: Never attempt to ad- is running. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. If thetractordoes notcome to a completestop whenthe brakepedal iscompletelydepressed,or if thetractor's rear wheelscanroll with the parkingbrakeapplied,the S,,y,- brakeis in need of adjustment.Thebrakedisc can be foundon the rightsideof the transmissionin the rearof the tractor.Adjustif necessaryas follows: 1. Lookingat thetransmissionfrom the rightside of the tractor,locatethe compressionspringand brakedisc• See Figure16. 2. Loosen,but do NOTremove,the hex nutfoundon the rightsideof the brakeassembly•See Figure16. 3. Usinga feelergauge,set the gap betweenthe brake disc and the brakepuck at .011". 4. Re-tightenthe hexnut loosenedearlier• Seat Adjustment _1= machine, make sure the seat is ARNING: Before operating this engaged in the seat stop, stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until fully engaged into stop. Set gap .011" Hex Nut WARNING Figure 16 f Before operating this machine, make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop, stand behind the machine Standard Seat Toadjust the positionof the seat,loosenthe two hex screwson the bottomof the seat.Slide the seatforward or backwardas desired.Retightenthe two screws.See Figure17. and pull back on seat until fully engaged into stop. Knob Adjustment Seat (if so equipped) Toadjust the positionof the seaton modelsso equipped, loosenthe two knobs on the bottomof the seat. See Figure18. Slidethe seat forwardor backwardas desired. Retightenthe two knobs. Quick Adjust Seat (if so equipped) Toadjust the positionof the seaton modelsequipped with a seat adjustmentlever,movetheseat adjustment lever(locatedunder theseat) to the left and slidethe seat forwardor rearward.See Figure19.Makesureseat is locked intopositionbeforeoperatingthe tractor• Figure 17 Figure 19 Figure 18 21 ,,J Performthe abovestepsin theoppositeorderafter oil has finisheddraining. 5. Refillthe enginewith newmotoroil as instructedin the EngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwith your unit. iMPORTANT:Referto the EngineOperator/Owner Manualpackedwith yourunit for informationregardingthe quantityand properweightof motoroil. Air Cleaner Servicethe pre-cleaner,if so equipped,and cartridge/air cleanerelementas instructedin the EngineOperator/ OwnerManualpackedwith your unit. Spark Plug(s) Thespark plug(s)shouldbe cleanedand thegap reset oncea season.Sparkplug replacementisrecommended at the startof each mowingseason.Referto the Engine Operator/OwnerManualfor correctplug type and gap specifications. Figure 20 _i= WARNING Beforeperforming any maintenance or repairs; disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engineand remove key to prevent unintended any maintenance repairs, ARNING: Beforeorperforming disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner Manualfor engine maintenance instructions. Checkengineoil level beforeeachuseas instructed in the EngineOperator/OwnerManualpackedwith your unit. Follow the instructionscarefully. Before !ubr oaring Changing repairing, or inspect, ing, always disengage PTO,move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to preventunintended NOTE:Dependingon the engine modelfoundon your tractor,it may be necessaryto removethe tractor'sside panel in order to replacethe oil filter (if so equipped). Engine Lubricatethe enginewith motoroil as instructedin the EngineOwnerManualpackedwith your unit. Engine Oil Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricateall the pivotpointson the drivesystem,parking brakeand lift linkageat least oncea seasonwith lightoil. Rear Wheels The rearwheelsshouldbe removedfrom the axles once a season.Lubricatethe axles and the rimswell with an Fordrainingoil from the engine'scrankcaseof select modeltractors,a plasticoil drain sleeveis packedwith this Operator'sManual.Todrain the oil, proceedas follows: 1. Unscrewthe oil fill capand removethe dipstickfrom the oil fill tube. all-purposegreasebeforere-installingthem. Front Axles Eachend of the tractor'sfront pivot bar may be equipped with a greasefitting. Lubricatewith a greasegun after every25 hoursof tractoroperation. 2. Snapthe small end of oil drain sleeveontothe oil sump.See Figure20. Cleaning 3. Removedrain plugand drain oil intoa suitable containerwith a capacityof no lessthan 64 oz. NOTEIDependingon theenginemodelfound on your tractor,itmay benecessaryto remove the tractor'sside panel in order to replace the 4. Servicethe oil filter (if soequipped)as instructedin the separateEngineOperator/OwnerManualpacked with yourunit. the Engine And Deck Anyfuel or oil spilledon the machineshouldbe wiped off promptly.DoNOT allowdebristo accumulatearound the coolingfins of the engine or on anyotherpart of the machine. iMPORTANT:The useof a pressurewasherto cleanyour tractoris NOT recommended.It maycause damageto electricalcomponents,spindles,pulleys,bearingsor the engine. oi! fi!te! (if so equipped); y 22 Deck Wash System TM A hexplug can be foundon yourtractor'sdeck surface. See Figure21. This plug can be replacedwith a waterport to be used as partof a separately-availabledeck washsystem. Use the DeckWash SystemTM to rinsegrassclippings from thedeck'sundersideand preventthe buildupof corrosivechemicals. NOTE:Referto page 28 for informationregardingthis and otherseparately-available attachments& accessoriesfor yourtractor. Cutting Deck Removal NOTE:Modelsequippedwith a 38-inchdeck haveone deck idler pulley.Modelsequippedwith a 42-inchdeck havetwo deck idler pulleys. Figure 21 Toremovethe cuttingdeck, proceedas follows: 1. Placethe PTO(BladeEngage)leverin the disengaged (OFF)positionand engagetheparkingbrake. NOTE: Models 2. Lowerthe deck by movingthedeck lift leverinto the bottomnotchon the rightfender. equippedwith a 38-inch deck have one deck 3. Removethe beltfrom aroundthe tractor'sengine pulleyand idlerpulley(s).Refer toChangingthe Deck Belton page 26 for detailedinstructions. idler pulley. Models equippedwith a 42-inch deck have two deck 4. Lookingat the cuttingdeck fromthe left sideof the tractor,locatethe hair pin clip that securesthe deck supportrod on the rear left sideof thedeck. See Figure22. idler pulleys. 5. Removethe hairpin clipthat securesthedeck supportrod, and carefullyremovethe deck support from thedeck lift arm. 6. Repeatthe abovestepson the tractor'srightside. 7. Movethe deck lift leverintothe top notchon the right fenderto raisethedeck lift arms up and out of the way. Figure 22 8. Carefullyremovethe PTOcablefrom the rearof the cuttingdeck by removingthe hair pin clipwhich securesit. Removethe springfrom the deck idler bracket.See Figure23. / • /! 9. Gentlyslidethe cuttingdeck towardthefront of the tractorallowingthe hookson the deck to release themselvesfrom thedeck stabilizerrod. 10.Gentlyslidethe cuttingdeck (from the rightside)out from underneaththetractor. Figure 23 23 Jump Starting ,_ WARNING: When removing or installing the battery, follow these instructions to prevent the screwdriver from shorting against the frame. maximum inflation pressure WARNING: Never exceed the shown on the sidewall of tire. The recommendedoperatingtire pressureis: ,, Approximately10psi for the rear tires iMPORTANT:Neverjumpyourtractor'sdead batterywith the batteryof a runningvehicle. ,, Approximately14psi for the fronttires iMPORTANT:Referto the tire sidewallforexacttire manufacturer'srecommendedor maximumpsi. Do not overinflate.Uneventire pressurecouldcausethe cutting deck to mow unevenly. 1. Connectend of one jumpercableto the positive terminalof thegood battery,thenthe otherend to the positiveterminalof the dead battery. Battery 2. Connectthe otherjumpercableto the negative terminalof thegood battery,thento the frame of the unit with the dead battery. The batteryis sealedand is maintenance-free. Acid levelscannotbe checked. • Alwayskeepthe batterycablesand terminalsclean and freeof corrosivebuild-up. ,,_ • After cleaningthe batteryand terminals,apply a light coat of petroleumjelly or greasetoboth terminals. procedure could cause sparking, WARNING: Failure to use this and the gas in either battery could explode. • Alwayskeepthe rubberbootpositionedoverthe positiveterminalto preventshorting. 3atteries give off an _:xplosive gas while ;barging Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space tleater, furnace, clothes dryeror other gas ippliances Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement IMPORTANT:If removingthe batteryforany reason, disconnectthe NEGATIVE(Black)wire from it's terminal first, followedbythe POSITIVE(Red)wire.When re-installingthe battery,alwaysconnectthe POSITIVE (Red)wire its terminalfirst, followedbythe NEGATIVE (Black)wire. Be certainthat thewires are connectedto thecorrectterminals;reversingthemcould changethe polarityand result in damageto your engine'salternating system. Cleaning Cleanthe batteryby removingit fromthe tractorand washingwith a bakingsodaand watersolution.If necessary,scrapethe batteryterminalswith a wire brushto removedeposits.Coatterminalsand exposedwiringwith greaseor petroleumjelly topreventcorrosion. Battery Failures Somecommoncausesfor batteryfailureare: ,,incorrectinitialactivation ,,undercharging ,,overcharging ,,corrodedconnections ,,freezing Charging If thetractor hasnotbeen put into usefor an extended periodof time,chargethe batterywith an automotivetype 12-voltchargerfor a minimumof one hour at six amps. These failures are NOT coveredby yourtractor's warranty. Fuse One 20 AMPfuse is installedin yourtractor'swiringharness to protectthe tractor'selectricalsystemfrom damage causedby excessiveamperage. If the electricalsystemdoes notfunction,or your tractor's enginewill not crank,first checkto be certain that the fuse has notblown.It can be foundunderthe hoodmounted WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. behindthe dashpanelon the rightside. _ 24 theARNING: same amperage capacity Always use a fusefor with replacement. Cutting Blades f WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade. Your i , ,',g Lawn j Tractor l WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade spindles for cracks or damage, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace immediately if damaged. Figure 24 l l l WARNING Thebladesmay be removedas follows. 1. Removethe deck from beneaththe tractor,(referto CuttingDeckRemovalon page23) thengently flip the deck overto exposeits underside. 2. Placea blockof wood betweenthe centerdeck housing baffle and the cuttingbladeto act asa stabilizer. See Figure24. 3. Use a 15/16"wrenchto removethe hexflangenut that securesthe bladeto thespindleassembly.See Figure24. 4. Toproperlysharpenthe cutting blades,removeequal amountsof metalfrom bothends of the bladesalong the cuttingedges, parallelto the trailingedge,at a 25° to 30° angle. 1-5/8 Figure 25 IMPORTANT:If the cuttingedgeof the blade hasalready been sharpenedto within 1 5/8' fromthe edge,or if any metalseparationis present,replacethe bladeswith new ones. See Figure25. o It is importantthat eachcuttingblade edge be ground equallyto maintainproperblade balance. o A poorlybalancedbladewill causeexcessive vibrationand maycausedamageto thetractorand result in personalinjury.The bladecan be testedby balancingit on a roundshaftscrewdriver.Grind metal from the heavysideuntil it balancesevenly. 25 When replacingthe blade,be sure to installthe blade with theside of the blade marked"Bottom" (or with a part numberstampedin it) facing the groundwhen the mower is in the operatingposition. IMPORTANT:Use a torquewrenchto tightenthe blade spindlehex flangenutto between70 foot-poundsand 90 foot-pounds. I Be sure to shut the lengine off, remove iignition key, disconinect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to _revent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade. Periodicallyinspect the blade spindles for cracks or damage, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace immediately if damaged. 3/8" Tochangeor replacethedeck beltand PTObelt on your tractor,proceedas follows: 1. Lowerthe deck by movingthedeck lift leverinto the bottomnotchon the rightfender. uareHole_ 2. Removethe beltguardsby removingthe self-tapping screwsthat fastenthem to the deck. Maintaining 3. Removethe beltkeeperrod fromaroundthe engine pulley. Your Lawn Tractor 4. Inserta 3/8"-driveratchetwrench(setto loosen)into the squarehole foundin the idlerbracketon the left sideof the deck'ssurface.See Figure26. 5. Graspthe ratchet'shandleand pivot it towardthe front of the tractorto relievetensionon the belt. 6. With belttension relieved,carefullyremove the belt from around the left-handspindlepulley. Figure 26 Changing WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignifion key, disconnect the spark plugwire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the elt(s). Avoid the possibility of a pinching injury. Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt. _ -- IMPORTANT:Carefullyallowthe ratchetto pivotrearward beforeremovingit from the squarehole. the Deck Belt & PTO Belt the engine off, ignition WARNING: Be remove sure to shut key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt(s). _ of a pinching injury. not place WARNING: Avoid theDo possibility your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removingthe belt. 7. Removethe deck belt fromaroundall pulleys,including the deck idler pulley. All belts on yourtractorare subjectto wearand should be replacedif anysigns of wearare present. 8. Routethe newbelts as shownin and Figure27 and 28. 9. Remountthe beltguardsremovedearlier. iMPORTANT:The V-beltsfoundon yourtractorare speciallydesignedto engageand disengagesafely.A substitute(non-OEM)V-beltcan be dangerousby not disengagingcompletely.Fora properworkingmachine, usefactory approvedbelts. Changing Belts the Transmission Drive NOTE:Severalcomponentsmustbe removedand specialtools (i.e. air/impactwrench) in order to change the tractor'sdrivebelts. Seean authorizedMTDService Dealerto haveyour drivebelts replacedor phone CustomerSupportas instructedon page 2 for information on orderinga ServiceManual. 26 i EnginePuny 42-Inch Deck X Idler Bracket Deck Idler Pulleys Figure 26 f Engine Idler Bracket Puny 38=InchDeck X \ Deck Idler Pulleys _., .... J Figure 27 27 Cleanand lubricatethe tractoras instructedin Section 6: MAINTAININGYOUR LAWNTRACTORon page 19 of this manualbeforestoringfor an extendedperiod. Followthe instructionsin the Service, Storage & Specifications sectionof the EngineOperator/Owner Manualfor properenginecare prior to storingyourtractor. WARNING: Never store the ,_1 Off-Season Storag Attachments an approvedDrain containeroutdoors, WARNING: fuel only into _ away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish -cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel. Attachments l achine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. & Accessories The followingattachmentsand accessoriesare compatiblefor ModelSeries700 LawnTractors.See the retailer fromwhich you purchasedyour tractor,an authorizedMTDServiceDealeror phone(800) 800-7310for information regardingpriceand availability. NOTE:ModelSeries700 LawnTractorsare NOTdesignedfor usewith any type of ground-engagingattachments (e.g.tiller or plow).Use of this type of equipmentWILL voidthe tractor'swarranty. MODEL ' 'WARNING 0EM-190-032 0EM-190-116 i Dra n fuel only into an i i approved container i outdoors, away from an open flame. AIi low engine to cool. i Extinguish cigarettes, _giclars, pples,and other sources of Ignlition prior to draining Ifuel. 0EM-190-180 DESCRiPTiON 42-inchTwo-stageSnowThrower 38/42-inchDeckMulch Kit OEM-190q83 Twin BaggerGrass Collector(for38/42-inchDecks) Deckwheel Kit 0EM-190-218 RearWheelWeightKit 0EM-190-607' 0EM-190-658 0EM-190-672 0EM-190-833 4.90-900-0025 DeluxeTractorSunshade Tire Chains,20 x 8 Tires Grille Guard (moUntson front oftractor) 42-inchFrontDozerBlade DeckWash Kit Not compatiblewith tractorsequippedwith a GrassCollector Never store the realchine or fuel container i indoors where there =s ,,an open flame, spark ior pUotlightsuch ias on water heater, !furnace, clothes dryer for other gas appliance. 28 NOTE:IHBOTH MODE_ _I_EN OpER_TOn L_VESS_T, E_I_EWILL STOP UNLESS P_KI_ _r_K_I_SLT_,D _L_E__R__S_,_ED. IF UNnS_LLSwnHSr_EO ¢OH_ROL INHIGHS_EO,ORIF UNn WILLNOT OPERATE WnHSPEEn CONTROL LE_ IN_ LOW SP_E_ WARNING Th s symbo points out importantsafety instructionswhich, if not followed,could endangerthe personal safety and/or pp yroerr of yourselfand others: Read and follow all instructions in this manual beforeat temptingto operate th!s machine. Fa!lure to comply with these instructions may resu!t in personal injurylwhen you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING! Ii Your ResponslbJhty Restrict the use ' of this power machine ' to persons who read , understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine: 29 Problem Enginefails to Start Cause 1. PTOengaged. Remedy !. PlacePTOknob(or lever)in aisengaged(OFF)position, 'Trouble Shooting 2. spark plugwire(s)disconnected. 2: connect wire(s)to spa!k plug(s)i 3 FUeliankempy t oistaiefuel . 4 Chokenotactiated V 3, F tankwtheean freshgaso ne . 4! Pu out the CHOKEcontro ( f so equipped)or placethe throttle €ontrolin CHOKEpositionl 5' Fau!tYsPa!kP!U g' 5. Cleanl adjust gaPlerreplacel &Blocke d fuel !ine• 7. Engineflooded, 6. clean iuel line Orreplacefueifilter, if so equipped. 7, Ciank enginewiththrottlein FAsT PoSition. 8. Parkng biake not engaged. 9• Throtlecontiolie;er,,,,_i,,,,,,r,e t v ,u_,uu,,_ .,; startingposition, Engine runs erratic For repairs beyond the minor adjusti merits listed here, i contact an authorized service dealer. 1. Unit runningwith CHOKEapplied. 2. Sparkplug wire(s) loose. 3. Blockedfuel lineor stale fuel. &Engage parkingbrake, 9: Placethrottleleverto FAST position. 1. PushCHOKEcontrol(if so equipped)in, or movethe throttle controlout of the CHOKEposition. 2. Connectand tightenspark plugwire(s). 3. Cleanfuel line;fill tank with clean, fresh (less than30 daysold) gasoline.Replacefuel filter,if so equipped. 4. Ventin gas cap plugged. 4. Clearvent or replaceif damaged. 5. Wateror dirt in fuel system. 5. Drainfuel tank. Refillwith fresh fuel. 6. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Replaceair cleanercartridge/elementor cleanpre-cleaner,if so equipped. 3O Problem Cause Engine oveiheats Engine0il leve! !ow 2. Air flow restricted. Enginehesitates at high RPM 1: Fi!I Crankcas ewithproPer*0iL Cleangrassclippingsand debris fr0m aroundthe enginelscoo!ing fns and b owerhousng. 1. Removespark plug(s)and reset thegap. !, I Excessive Vibration Uneven cut " 2. 1. Sparkplug(s)gap tooclose. Idles poorly Mowerwill not mulch grass (if Equ pped) Remedy Sparkplug(s)fouled,!aulty O!gap toowde 2. Dirtyair cleaner. i " !. Rep acespark plug(s)i Set#!ug(s) gap 2, Repiaceaircleanercartridge/elemeritor €leanpre-c!eaner,if so equipped. 1. Cuttingblade looseor unbalanced. 1. Tightenbladeand spindle.Balance 2. Damagedor bentcutting blade. 2. Replaceblade. i Shooting blade. Enginespeedtoo !ow. I 2. wet grass. 1 1. Placethrottle controlin FAST (rabbit)position. 3. Excessivelyhigh grass. For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, 3. MOWonce at a nign cuttingheight, then rnowagainat desiredheight contact an authorized 4. Du bade. 1. Decknotbalancedproperly. 2. Dullblade. °r makea nar!owerCUttingpath' Sharpenor replaceblade. 1. Performside-to-sidedeck adjustment. 3. Uneventire pressure. 2. Sharpenor replaceblade. 2, Do not mowwhengrass iswet; wat unt aterto cut service Ii 3. Checktire pressurein all fourtires. I 31 dealer. Useth_spagetomake notes and write down !mportant mformat_on. • l l 32 Use this page to make notes and write down impo_.nt in_orm.tio 33 notes and write down important information. l 0 34 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardandMTDLLC are pleasedto explainthe evaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyon your2006 lawnmower.In California, new lawnmowermust be designed,built and equippedto meetthe State'sstringentanti-smogstandards.MTD LLCmustwarrantthe EECS onyour lawn mower forthe periodof time listedbelow providedthere has beenno abuse,neglect or impropermaintenanceof your lawnmower. YourEECSmay includeparts such as the carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fuel tanks,fuel lines,fuel caps, valves, canisters,filters,vapor hoses,clamps,connectors,and otherassociatedemission-relatedcomponents. Whore a warrantable condition exists, MTDLLC will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This evaporativeemissioncontrol systemis warrantedfor twoyears. If anyevaporativeemission-relatedpart onyour equipmentis defective,the partwill be repairedor replacedby MTDLLC. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: Asthe lawn mowerowner,you are responsiblefor performanceof the requiredmaintenancelistedin yourowner'smanual. MTDLLC recommendsthatyou retain all receiptscoveringmaintenanceon your lawnmower,but MTDLLCcannot denywarrantysolelyfor the lackof receipts. Asthe lawn mowerowner,you shouldhoweverbe awarethat MTDLLC may denyyou warrantycoverageif your lawnmoweror a part has failed dueto abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications. Youare responsiblefor presentingyourlawn mowerto MTD LLC'sdistributioncenteror servicecenteras soonas the problemexists.The warrantyrepairsshould be completedin a reasonableamountof time, not to exceed30 days. If you havea questionregardingyourwarrantycoverage,you shouldcontactthe MTD ServiceDepartmentat 1-800-800-7310. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: MTDLLCwarrantsto the ultimate purchaserandeach subsequentpurchaserthatthe lawnmower is: Designed,built andequipped soas to conform withall applicableregulations;andfree from defectsin materialsand workmanshipthat causethe failure of a warrantedpart to be identicalin all materialrespectsto that part as describedin MTDLLC'sapplicationfor certification. The warrantyperiodbeginson the datethe lawnmoweris deliveredto an ultimatepurchaseror first placedinto service.Thewarranty periodis twoyears. Subjectto certain conditionsand exclusionsas statedbelow,the warrantyon emission-relatedparts is as follows: 1. Any warrantedpart that is not scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenanceinthe writteninstructionssupplied, is warrantedfor the warrantyperiod statedabove. If the part fails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,the partwill be repairedor replacedby MTDLLCaccordingto subsection(4) below.Any such part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainderof the period. 2. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledonly for regular inspectioninthe writteninstructionssuppliedis warrantedfor the warranty periodstated above.Any such part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill be warrantedfor the remainingwarrantyperiod. 3. Any warrantedpart that is scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenanceinthe written instructionssuppliedis warrantedfor the periodof time before the first scheduledreplacementdate forthat part. If the part fails beforethe first scheduledreplacement,the part will be repairedor replacedby MTDLLC accordingto subsection(4) below.Any such part repairedor replacedunderwarrantywill bewarrantedforthe remainderof the periodpriorto the first scheduled replacementpointfor the part. 4. Repairor replacementof any warrantedpart underthe warrantyprovisionshereinmustbe performedat a warrantystationat no chargeto the owner. 5. Notwithstandingthe provisionsherein,warrantyservicesor repairswill be providedat all of our distributioncentersthat arefranchisedto servicethe subject enginesor equipment. 6. The lawnmowerowner will not be chargedfor diagnosticlaborthat is directlyassociatedwithdiagnosisof a defective,emission-relatedwarrantedpart, providedthat such diagnosticwork is performedat a warrantystation. 7. MTDLLC is liablefor damagesto other engineor equipmentcomponentsproximatelycaused bya failure underwarrantyof any warrantedpart. 8. Throughoutthe lawnmowerwarrantyperiodstated above,MTDLLC will maintaina supplyof warrantedparts sufficientto meetthe expecteddemandfor such parts. 9. Any replacementpart may be usedinthe performanceof any warrantymaintenanceor repairsand mustbe providedwithoutchargeto the owner.Suchuse will not reducethe warrantyobligationsof MTD LLC. 10. Add-onor modifiedpartsthat are not exemptedbythe Air ResourcesBoardmay not be used.The use of any non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedparts by the ultimatepurchaserwill be groundsfor disallowinga warrantyclaims. MTDLLCwill not be liableto warrantfailures of warrantedparts causedby the use of a non-exemptedadd-onor modifiedpart. WARRANTED PARTS: The repairor replacementof any warrantedpartotherwiseeligiblefor warrantycoveragemay be excludedfrom such warrantycoverageif MTDLLCdemonstrates thatthe lawnmower has beenabused,neglected,or improperlymaintained,andthat suchabuse, neglect, or impropermaintenancewasthe directcauseof the needfor repairor replacementofthe part. That notwithstanding,any adjustmentof a componentthat has a factory installed,and properlyoperating,adjustment limitingdevice is still eligiblefor warrantycoverage.The following emissionwarrantyparts list arecovered:Fuel Line,Fuel LineClamps MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY Thelimitedwarrantyset forth belowis givenby MTDLLCwith respect to new merchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStates,its possessionsand territories. "MTD"warrantsthis productagainstdefectsin materialand workmanshipfor a periodof two (2) yearscommencingon thedate of original purchaseand will, at its option,repairor replace,free of charge,any partfound tobe defectivein materialsor workmanship.This limitedwarranty shallonlyapply if this producthas beenoperatedand maintained in accordancewith theOperator'sManualfurnishedwith the product, and has notbeen subjectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect, accident,impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft, fire, water, or damagebecauseof otherperil or naturaldisaster.Damageresulting from the installationor useof any part, accessoryor attachmentnot approvedby MTDfor use with the product(s)coveredbythis manual will voidyourwarrantyas to any resultingdamage. Normalwearpartsare warrantedto be free fromdefects in materialand workmanshipfor a period of thirty (30) days fromthe date of purchase. Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuch as: batteries, belts,blades,bladeadapters,grass bags, riderdeck wheels,seats, snowthrowerskid shoes,shaveplates,auger spiralrubberand tires. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE,through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 441360019, or call 1-800-800-7310 or 1-330-220-4683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com. This limitedwarrantydoesnot providecoveragein the followingcases: a. Theengineor componentparts thereof.These itemsmaycarry a separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicablemanufacturer's warrantyfor termsand conditions. b. Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone year warranty. c. Routinemaintenanceitemssuch as lubricants,filters, blade sharpening,tune-ups,brakeadjustments,clutchadjustments,deck adjustments,and normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinish due to useor exposure. FOR e. MTDdoesnot extendanywarrantyfor productssold or exported outsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsandterritories,except thosesold throughMTD'sauthorizedchannelsof export distribution. f. Replacementparts that are not genuineMTDparts. g. Transportationchargesand servicecalls. No impliedwarranty, includingany impliedwarranty of merchantabilityof fitness for a particularpurpose,applies after the applicable periodof expresswritten warranty above as to the parts as identified.No other expresswarranty, whether written or oral, exceptas mentioned above, givenby any personor entity, includinga dealeror retailer,with respectto any product,shall bind MTD.Duringthe periodof the warranty,the exclusiveremedy is repair or replacementof the productas set forth above. The provisionsas set forth in this warranty providethe sole and exclusiveremedyarising from the sale. MTDshallnot be liable for incidentalor consequentialloss or damageincluding,without limitation,expensesincurredfor substituteor replacement lawn careservicesor for rental expensesto temporarily replace a warranted product. Somestatesdo notallowthe exclusionor limitationof incidentalor consequentialdamages,or limitationson how longan impliedwarranty lasts,so the aboveexclusionsor limitationsmaynotapply to you. In no event shallrecoveryof any kindbe greaterthanthe amountof the purchasepriceof the productsold. Alterationof safety features of the product shall void this warranty. Youassumethe risk and liability for loss,damage,or injuryto you and yourpropertyand/orto othersand theirpropertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto usethe product. This limitedwarrantyshallnot extendto anyoneotherthan the original purchaseror to the personfor whomit was purchasedas a gift. HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THISWARRANTY: This limited warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and youmay also haveother rightswhich vary from stateto state. IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginal Proofof Purchaseto obtain warrantycoverage. d. Servicecompletedbysomeoneotherthanan authorizedservice dealer. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-220-4683
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